Can BOTOX Provide Long-Lasting Improvement? Posted on August 25, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery How long does BOTOX last? If you thought just 3 to 4 months, here’s a pleasant surprise: when patients receive repeated treatments, BOTOX’s wrinkle-softening effects may extend beyond what’s expected. According to a recent study, BOTOX® Cosmetic can not only help soften wrinkles that form with facial expressions—over time, repeating treatments can also help minimize … Read More
5 Beauty Trends You’ll Want to Avoid Posted on August 11, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery Flipping through fashion and fitness magazines can be a fun way to keep up with our favorite celebrities and find out the latest ways to tone our abs or give our skin a summery glow. The vast majority of fashion and beauty trends are harmless and can even be helpful, providing new ideas to freshen … Read More
I Did Everything Right & Still Got Sunburned. What Am I Doing Wrong? Posted on June 16, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery It’s a beautiful day and you’re headed for an afternoon of poolside fun. You’ve got your SPF 15 in tow and a brand new pair of shades. You get to the pool, slather on the sunscreen, and you’re good to go. Or so you thought until you get home that evening and your skin is … Read More
Can you believe it’s been 30 years? CPS celebrates a big anniversary! Posted on June 7, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery The year was 1986. Top Gun was #1 at the box office, shoulder pads supported brightly colored blazers and bangs were held firmly in place with AquaNet, Lady Gaga was born (gosh we feel old!)...and CPS opened its doors as Washington D.C.’s premier plastic surgery practice. Did you know that we have now been in … Read More
Best Spring Day Trips in Northern Virginia Posted on April 25, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery Now that the weather is warming up and the sun is shining brightly, staycation season is in full effect. In Annandale and Fairfax County, we are lucky to have a variety of Northern Virginia attractions that allow us to get out and have a great time—without spending all day on the road. Whether you’re looking … Read More
Is Cosmetic Enhancement a Must for Men in DC? Posted on April 5, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery DC is a boom-town with thousands of competitive professionals—and we’re seeing an increasing number of male patients hoping to keep their edge or look better than ever. Most of our male patients are looking to fight back against the toll that aging, stress, and long work hours can take on the face and body. Here … Read More
The Word is Out: Patients Love Micro-Needling! Posted on March 16, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery If you follow any beauty sites, you’ve likely been hearing more and more about micro-needling, a minimally invasive treatment that can help firm and refresh the skin without surgery or any downtime. So, what’s it all about? Refinery 29 recently highlighted the many benefits of micro-needling, along with one woman’s step-by-step experience. Here at Center … Read More
There’s a New Player in Town: IDEAL Breast Implants Posted on March 14, 2016 By Center for Plastic Surgery Beauty trends come and go—and plastic surgery preferences are no exception. Back in the 90s, larger breast implants with plenty of upper pole fullness were popular, thanks in part to stars such as Pamela Anderson. Fast forward two decades, and women are favoring more modest size increases with an emphasis on looking natural. Here at … Read More
Can You Spare Two Hours? Favorite Quick Treatments for Looking Refreshed After the Holidays Posted on December 17, 2015 By Center for Plastic Surgery If you’re hoping to look better without advertising that you had a little extra help, the holidays can be a perfect time to sneak in a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure (or two!). Professional skin renewal treatments are a fantastic way to pamper yourself within a few spare hours, and you can have everyone at the … Read More
5 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Your Bra Posted on December 8, 2015 By Center for Plastic Surgery A good bra can be your best bosom buddy: it’s there for you when you need support or just a friendly boost. Bras have gone through many changes over the decades, but they remain a shaping necessity for many women of all sizes and shapes! We’ve rounded up the top 5 things you never knew … Read More